Press release

China put paid to Chinese Taipei

China opened their weekend with a win on Friday

Foshan, China, June 15, 2012 - Buoyed by the home crowd, China beat Chinese Taipei in straight-sets in the 2012 FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix on Friday.Chinese Taipei captain Teng Yenmin: “We are very glad to have a match with China, which is one of the best teams in the world and also an Olympic Games team. Today we received balls not so well. China’s blocks and attacks are both very strong. These are the reasons we lost this match.”

Chinese Taipei coach Norimasa Sakakuchi: “Compared with China our block and attack are too weak. China are so strong and experienced, and we have to learn more from China.”

China captain Wei Qiuyue: "This is the first match in Foshan for our team. We have tried different players. The cooperation seems not so good. We must practise more."

China coach Yu Juemin: "Chinese Taipei is a team that has strong features. Their defence is excellent. In our team there are some young players, they should learn from Chinese Taipei. Today our team’s attack and block are good, so we win the match. Allowed for Wang Yimei’s injuring, Fan Linlin and Hui Ruoqi seem to be suitable partner for the Spikers."